The Human Doctor

Keeping it 100

This week Ashley will share a story from her personal statement for residency applications, which is one that highlights her motivation for becoming an internist and a human doctor. Also, on our 100th (!) episode, we'd like to send a heartfelt thank you to all our listeners and supporters - we could not have made it to this milestone without you! 

Topics Discussed:

• iMED (@iMedEducation) by Adam Rodman, MD & Shreya Treveti, MD 
• Bedside Rounds Podcast (@BedsideRounds)
• Listeners >50 years old, get your Shingles Vaccine!

People Can Handle the Truth

This week, Kimberly is back on the mic to share some wise reflections on her experiences of being in the spotlight, and what we actually mean when we talk about "imposter syndrome".

 

Topics Discussed:

• Check your voter registration status here!
• Make a plan to vote!

Shoutout to Amanda

In this episode, Ashley pays homage to one of her most cherished human connections. 

Topics Discussed:

• The Bishop Museum - State Museum of Natural and Cultural History of Hawaiʻi
• Hawaii State Library
• Telltale Hearts - by Dean-David Schillinger, MD
• Check your voter registration status here!

The Bumble Bee Still Flies

Many times, the primary barrier to us achieving our goals is our own thoughts. However, being practical does not have to mean overthinking or succumbing to the idea that certain goals just don't make sense for us. This week, Kimberly shares an inspiring example of a time she set out to achieve something seemingly out of reach.  

Topics Discussed:

• RYSE Clerkship Applications are OPEN - deadline to apply 8/7/2024

Love You Can Trust

Is there someone in your life you can trust to be there in moments of triumph, but also in times of potential failure? This week Ashley shares memories of times when she had the courage to let someone in, and what she took away from those experiences. 

Topics Discussed:

• Elderhood - by Louise Aronson 
• Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez (@DoctoraEdith)
   

There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. 

Culture Club

July is a major transition time for folks in the medical field. Just like in many other institutions or professions, in medicine, it's easy to look at new changes and lament that things "aren't like they used to be." However, we should pause to recognize, thankfully, that things can and often do change for the better. This week, Kimberly reflects on the early days of her training and a few changes that she's grateful for. 

Topics Discussed:

• Born to Run - by Christopher McDougall
• Lorena, Light-footed Woman - documentary on the Tarahumara women (can watch on Netflix) 
• Making the World Sparkle Again - Hidden Brain Podcast. How we get used to things, and how to see things through fresh eyes. 

Redemption Song

On today's episode, Ashley reflects on a meaningful patient experience, as well as the privilege and challenges of human doctoring. 

Topics Discussed:

• Dr. Lucy Kalanithi (@rocketgirlmd)
• Annual Paul Kalanithi Writing Award - Dr. McMullen being a judge for the 2024 contest
• When Breath Becomes Air - by Dr. Paul Kalanithi
• How many hugs a day do we need? Virginia Satir - Author, social worker, psychotherapist

Stay in the Ring

This episode, Kimberly shares a very personal story of caring for a loved one in the hospital and how it has shifted her perspective as both a doctor and caregiver. 

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Topics Discussed:

• CP solvers episode on Juneteenth with Dr. Manning and her father Mr. William Draper, Sr. 
• More Juneteenth listening: The History and Meaning of Juneteenth by The Daily (NYT) from 2020

Sliding Doors

This week we share another special episode recorded at the Society of General Internal Medicine annual meeting in Boston, Massachusetts, featuring a very special guest storyteller, Dr. Utibe Essien - an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UCLA School of Medicine, an award-winning health equity researcher, and an all-around dope human doctor. 

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Topics Discussed:

• Check out Dr. Utibe Essien's work, @UREssien on Twitter
  • Bow Tie recommendation - Beau Ties
  • Pharmacoequity
  • SGIM's Outstanding Junior Investigator of the Year Award
• Distinguished Professor of Health Equity @ SGIM - Dr. Monica Peek 
• Valerie Stone, MD 
• Sherri-Ann Burnett-Bowie, MD, MPH
• Movie - Sliding Doors
• Thomas Inui, MD - Past President of SGIM 

Meeting to Meaning (Live from SGIM 2024!)

Live from the Society of General Internal Medicine 2024 annual meeting in Boston, MA! Kimberly and Ashley share the stage to tell the story of their first meeting and a meaningful connection that would lead to the beginnings of The Human Doctor Podcast and so much more. 

Topics Discussed:

• The Curbsiders Teach Podcast 
• ACP Mastership 
• IgA Vasculitis in Adults
• Atomic Habits - by James Clear 
• UCSF - Beth Harleman, MD
• UCSF - Gurpreet Dhaliwal, MD, Twitter @Gurpreet2015 
• The Missing Piece - by Shel Silverstein